2017 Fiat 500L 1.2L Diesel · CU66 VKP

The most recent MOT on 25 February 2026 was a pass, albeit with three advisories concerning the engine cover and tyre tread on both front wheels, the latter being close to the legal limit and showing edge wear. Earlier in the same month a failure was recorded for a fractured front coil spring, a worn front suspension arm bush and a non‑functioning off‑side stop lamp. Over the past two years the vehicle has alternated between passes and failures, with the majority of the issues being advisory rather than catastrophic, indicating that the principal defects identified in 2024 and 2025 have largely been addressed and the overall maintenance trend is now stabilising rather than deteriorating. At nine years old the car has logged 51 253 miles, which works out to roughly 5 700 miles per annum – well below the average for a small family hatchback. Such low utilisation often points to periods of limited use or extended storage, which can be as consequential as mileage‑related wear. Age‑related degradation of rubber components, seals and corrosion‑prone parts can progress even when the vehicle sits idle, and the modest annual mileage means that wear on wear‑items such as brake discs, tyres and suspension bushings may be less advanced than the calendar age would suggest. Potential buyers should give particular attention to the tyre condition. The front tyres are reported as worn close to the legal limit with edge wear, while the rear tyres have shown cracking and perishing – symptoms of age rather than use. Inspect the tread depth on all four wheels, examine the sidewalls for dry‑rot, bulges or cracks, and be prepared to replace the set if any tyre is below 1.6 mm tread or shows structural damage. The front suspension arm bush was previously noted as worn and the coil spring fractured; a thorough visual inspection of the front suspension components is essential – listen for clunking or excessive play when the steering wheel is turned, check for uneven ride height, and verify that any repaired spring is correctly seated and free of corrosion. The brake system also warrants close scrutiny. Thin front pads were flagged in 2024 and have likely approached the minimum thickness, so the buyer should test the pedal for a firm, consistent feel and watch for any shudder or noise during moderate braking, which would indicate worn discs or the need for pad replacement. Verify that both stop lamps operate correctly, as a non‑functioning rear lamp caused a failure in 2025. Since the engine cover has repeatedly been fitted as an advisory, confirm that it is securely fastened and that there are no oil leaks around the valve cover gasket. Finally, given the vehicle’s age and low mileage, check the 12 V battery for charge retention, inspect coolant, brake and power‑steering fluids for colour and contamination, and ensure that any time‑based service intervals – such as timing‑belt or chain replacement if applicable – have been observed in the service history.